Fitch: Big picture shows little variance among rating agencies

Only minute differences separate U.S. structured finance ratings across the credit spectrum, according to Fitch Ratings. The rating agency recently released for the second time a study that compares its own ratings with those of Moody's Investors Service and Standard and Poor's.

Unlike the first analysis, this one surveys a much larger portfolio, Fitch analysts say, providing a broad snapshot of how rating agencies differ when determining risk. Moody's analysts have reacted, saying they are not satisfied with the way Fitch crunched its numbers.

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